Downtown Highlands, NC

Highlands

Aerial view of Highlands, with the downtown area and surrounding forest
Aerial view of Highlands, with the downtown area and surrounding forest
Stream meandering through the mountains #green
The last of the evening light just before I slipped off the rock into the river. #river
Frozen morning sunrise. I dropped my cane down a cliff and had to go down after it I think it was worth it. #river

Popular places to visit

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Dry Falls

4.5/5(62 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Dry Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's entertainment venues, or seek out its hiking trails.

Dry Falls
Sunset over Spey Valley Golf and Country Club

Highlands Country Club

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Highlands at Highlands Country Club. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Highlands Country Club
View from Whiteside Mountain in late fall

Whiteside Mountain

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Whiteside Mountain and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's waterfalls and seek out the hiking trails.

Whiteside Mountain
Small, yet lovely roadside waterfall - drive under it! Such a sweet discovery.

Bridal Veil Falls

4/5(16 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Bridal Veil Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's entertainment venues, or seek out its golf courses.

Bridal Veil Falls
Cullasaja Falls, outside of Highlands NC, and 90% frozen over from the big freeze December 2017.

Cullasaja Falls

5/5(10 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Cullasaja Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's waterfalls and seek out the hiking trails.

Cullasaja Falls
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Glen Falls

5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Glen Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. In the area, take in the entertainment venues and waterfalls.

Glen Falls

Downtown Highlands Hotel Deals

Highlander Mountain House

Highlander Mountain House

3.5 out of 5
270 Main Street Highlands NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩280,794 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
₩280,794
₩308,168 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (222 reviews)
Clean room. Beautiful property.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Highlander Mountain House
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4 out of 5
96 Log Cabin Lane Highlands NC
The price is ₩257,755 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
₩257,755
₩282,886 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Highlands. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (280 reviews)
The room was comfortable. A bit disappointed in the amenities But all in all, a good stay

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

2 out of 5
13 Royalty Ln Dillard GA
The price is ₩90,646 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
₩90,646
₩111,454 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dillard. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley

Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley

2.5 out of 5
3245 US Highway 64 E Sapphire NC
The price is ₩170,032 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
₩170,032
₩192,136 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sapphire. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (733 reviews)
Such a nice clean hotel. The hot tub was a real treat

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley
Bridge Creek Inn

Bridge Creek Inn

2.5 out of 5
60 S Main St Clayton GA
Stay at this hotel in Clayton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Main ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (223 reviews)
Nice stuff and room. Great location the restaurant is very good.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

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Bridge Creek Inn
Dillard House

Dillard House

3 out of 5
768 Franklin Street Dillard GA
The price is ₩219,019 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
₩219,019
₩259,065 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dillard. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Andy's Trout Farm and Osage Farm are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (207 reviews)
Room and surrounding area was peaceful and quite

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Dillard House
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Highlands

Panoramic view at the lake and forest in a fall

Mirror Lake

5/5(1 area review)

While there might not be top attractions in Mirror Lake, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Highlands Country Club and Dry Falls.

Mirror Lake
Sunlight dapples the vista from the Big View Scenic Overlook along Highway 64 between Cashiers and Highlands, North Carolina in Nantahala National Forest. Whiteside Mountain is to the right.

Highlands Hills

5/5(3 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Highlands Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Highlands Country Club and Bridal Veil Falls.

Highlands Hills
Breathtaking view of Studlagil basalt canyon, Iceland, Europe.

Highlands Falls

Highlands Falls might not have many top sights, but Whiteside Mountain and Highlands Country Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Highlands Falls
Lake Sequoyah and a dam in Highlands, North Carolina.

Lake Sequoyah

While Lake Sequoyah isn't home to many top sights, Dry Falls and Bridal Veil Falls are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lake Sequoyah
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Wildwood Mountain

While Wildwood Mountain isn't home to many top sights, Old Edwards Club and Whiteside Mountain are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wildwood Mountain

Downtown Highlands, NC